France's Olympic Hopes Dim as Athletics and Medal Rankings Take a Hit

The French athletics team faced disappointment at the Paris Olympic Games, with Gabriel Tual finishing sixth in the 800m final, raising concerns about the country potentially returning empty-handed in athletics. Despite a promising season and strong performances, Tual's mistake in strategy cost him a chance at a medal. The overall medal standing for France has also dropped, now sitting in sixth place behind competitors like Japan and Great Britain, with the U.S. and China leading the rankings.